Red Bugloss (Echium wildpretii)
Echium wildpretii, the Tower of Jewels, is a striking biennial native to the Canary Islands, known for its dramatic, tall, spire-like flower stalks.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Soil
Requires well-drained soil, such as a sandy loam or gritty compost mix. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.
Temperature
Grows best in mild to warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.
May need protection from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Ensure good drainage.
Requires well-drained soil, such as a sandy loam or gritty compost mix. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.
Grows best in mild to warm temperatures.
Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Biennials
Plant Height
1.5-3 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green, Silver
Leaf Type
Lanceolate
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
70000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBoraginales
- familyBoraginaceae
- genusEchium
- speciesEchium wildpretii
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No